School of Modern Skills Youth
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Theme: Emirati Identiy

May 10, 2025
10:00am - 5:30pm +04
(UTC +4hrs)
Dubai, Dubayy
United Arab Emirates
This event is invite-only.

SMS students' understanding of Emirati innovation, culture, and community. Discussions will include :
1. The Role of Youth in Shaping Modern Emirati Identity
Examining how, in an increasingly globalized society, students' viewpoints and cultural manifestations are changing the traditional Emirati identity. To highlight how young people are playing a vital and changing role in preserving cultural heritage while welcoming innovation.
2. Integrating Emirati Values into Educational Practices
Showing how traditional virtues like loyalty, respect, and camaraderie may be successfully incorporated into contemporary teaching approaches. To motivate teachers to design more culturally sensitive and inclusive classrooms.
3. Reimagining Emirati Identity Through Art and Media
New storylines that combine tradition and modernity are being created by Emirati storytellers who are becoming more prominent in art, entertainment, and social media. The discussion will focus on how these platforms enable people to preserve cultural origins while telling genuine experiences. To highlight the innovative ways Emiratis are inspiring the next generation and changing how people view themselves.
4. The Role of Arabic Language in Preserving Emirati Heritage
Arabic is a medium of culture and identity that goes beyond simple communication. This presentation will make the case for reviving Arabic instruction in schools as a way to boost cultural pride. To discuss the growing issue of language loss and how it affects the preservation of culture.
5. Sustainability in the UAE: A Cultural Perspective
Traditional Emirati customs, such as water conservation and architecture, are strongly ingrained in sustainability. This discussion will link current projects like Masdar City and beyond to historical sustainable practices. To inspire the audience to see sustainability as both a cultural value and a necessity by tying heritage to modern issues.

School of Modern Skills
27th Sheik Mohamed Bn Zayed Street Muhaisnah 1, Dubai
Ground Floor
Dubai, Dubayy, 25314
United Arab Emirates
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Organizing team

nayera
selim

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